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Looked out at the back 40 a few minutes ago and noted these two guys. Hauled Cookie out of her shower, and she went after them in her underwear. No pics of that.

They're just starting to slick off around here, so still look a bit rough. I suppose if I'd been out 24/7 with only a single coat for the last 6 months I'd be a bit rough too. First of the pair, and I have no guess as to how he'll shape up in the coming months. Might be able to recognize that squared off left ear tip and single brow tine as time passes.


Given anther 3 months for development this one should be a good 4 by at summer's end. Already as wide as his ears. Can't tell for sure, but think this was one of our neighborhood dudes last year. He's a little beefier than the first one. Chowing down on the flowering bitterbrush which is year round favorite grub. Green rabbit brush off to the right, and they don't touch that until it starts to flower in August.


Will try to keep an eye on them as the days progress.

Have a good one,